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Insights on pearls — from Tokyo's family‑run ateliers to your jewelry box.

Korleis kjøpe perlesmykke: ein nybyrjarguide til kvalitet, prisar og feil som bør unngåast
Perleguide

Korleis kjøpe perlesmykke: ein nybyrjarguide til kvalitet, prisar og feil som bør unngåast

Innleiing Perlesmykke har vore eit populært tilbehøyr i hundreår — og det med god grunn. Perler er tidlause, elegante og allsidige. Dei kan berast med eit avslappa antrekk eller eit formelt antrekk. Dei legg til ein touch av forfining til kvar look. Men før du byrjar å handle perlesmykke, er det viktig å forstå kva du kjøper […]

Slik tek du vare på Akoya-perlene dine
Perlestell

Slik tek du vare på Akoya-perlene dine

Introduction As a woman, you know the value of investing in timeless, elegant pieces that can be worn and enjoyed for years to come. Akoya pearls are a classic choice for jewelry, known for their delicate size, radiant luster, and versatility in both casual and formal attire. However, to maintain the quality and appearance of […]

Japanske perler: Den fullstendige Akoya-guiden frå ein Tokyo-ekspert
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Japanske perler: Den fullstendige Akoya-guiden frå ein Tokyo-ekspert

Ei japansk perle er ei Akoya-perle: arten Pinctada fucata martensii, kultivert i japansk saltvatn sidan 1893. Kvalitet blir vurdert ut frå fem faktorar. Vi kallar dei dei 5 S-ane: Shine (glans), Surface (overflate), Shape (form), Shade (nyanse / overtonar) og Size (storleik). Kvar blir vurdert for seg. Akoya-perler dyrka i Japan i dag kjem frå berre tre fylke: Mie, Ehime, […]

6 beste tinga å gjere i Roppongi: frå utsikt til mat og perler
Tokyo Life

6 beste tinga å gjere i Roppongi: frå utsikt til mat og perler

Roppongi has been known as the capital of Japanese nightlife. But, there’s more to this Tokyo neighborhood than meets the eye. Roppongi is a melting pot of cultures. It has always been popular among international business executives and other expats. Today, it’s packed with not only high-end restaurants and nightclubs but also museums, art galleries, […]

Perler: den perfekte gåva til dottera di
Gåver

Perler: den perfekte gåva til dottera di

Introduction For many of us, the thought of pearls conjures up images of elegant women at high society balls. But today, the pearl are much more than just a status symbol—They are timeless and carry sentimental value that can be passed on for generations. From our experience, pearls are the perfect gift for your daughter […]

Pearl Prices 2026: Freshwater, Akoya & South Sea
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Pearl Prices 2026: Freshwater, Akoya & South Sea

Introduction If you're looking to purchase pearls, it's important to understand their pricing and how it relates to their quality as well as the current market situation. In this blog post we will go over some basic points that will help you understand how pearls are priced. Saltwater pearls vs Freshwater Pearl Prices There are […]

Ekspertane forklarar: kvifor perleprisane stig
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Ekspertane forklarar: kvifor perleprisane stig

Introduction In the past few years, there has been a steady rise in pearl prices, and it looks like this trend will continue in full force. As we've explained before, supply is tightly tied to the health of the farming industry as well as global economic factors. Specifically global warming, the effects of the Covid-19 […]

5 grunnar til å bere perler
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5 grunnar til å bere perler

Introduction Pearls are one of the most luxurious and elegant accessories you can wear, but they’re also surprisingly versatile. If you’re looking for a new way to add some classiness to your wardrobe, here are five reasons why pearls should be at the top of your list: They last forever. Unlike other gemstones, pearls are […]

Forstå perler — Del 2
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Forstå perler — Del 2

Pearls.jp | Tokyo, Japan. “There are two things which couldn't be made in my laboratory - diamonds and pearls.” Thomas Edison Introduction: In this blog, we will be going through the four types of commercially available pearls with some extra content for the benefit of the curious reader. If you missed the first chapter, here’s […]